NAES Corporation Hiring for Human Resources Manager Job at Issaquah, WA Full Time

Opportunity Summary

The HR Manager will provide human resources management services for all assigned locations as well as manage the HR functional areas including all HR initiatives, employee relations, compensation, performance management, and coaching. Works to respond to HR issues and inquiries on matters such as employment law and compliance, providing conflict resolution services and communicating HR programs and policies.

Here’s a look at some of the work you’ll be performing:

• Provide advice and guidance to business partner clients related to the interpretation of HR policies and procedures as they relate to individuals and company objectives
• Provide employee relations consultation, management coaching and development assistance, performance management, and employee engagement support
• May direct activities of HR Business Partner(s) and implements improvements in Human Resources workflow and business processes
• Approve transactions related to onboarding of new employees, status changes for existing employees and terminations of employees
• Conduct new employee/transitioned employee orientations to ensure employees gain an understanding of benefit plans and enrollment provisions
• Conduct HR investigations and resolves employee complaints
• Develop the response to or resolution of employee complaints, lawsuits and/or agency claims
• Advise management regarding the conduct of employee discipline activity and performance evaluations
• Coordinate the hiring and transition of personnel associated with the acquisition of O&M contracts
• Prepare for and execute workforce reductions in compliance with applicable regulations as required
• Recommend new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed
• Provide direction to site administrators regarding the administration of Human Resources policies and procedures

Scope of Responsibility

• Determines own practices and procedures contributing to the development of new concepts
• Performs duties independently with only general directions given
• Decisions are made within policy constraints
• Has partial budgetary preparation/compliance accountability and informally makes recommendations concerning long-range planning
• Job encounters recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm involving a moderate degree of complexity
• Contacts are normally made with others inside and outside the company, including customers, other department personnel and colleagues
• Contacts are usually made on own initiative concerning matters requiring explanation, discussion, interpretation or approvals

NAES SAFE

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Why you’re the perfect addition to our Team (about you):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Human Resources or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Professional level experience in Human Resources including labor and employee relations
• Previous experience supporting or working in an operations/manufacturing environment
• Ability to manage and administer a broad range of tasks including resolving complaints, counseling managers and employees on interpretation of policies, procedures and union agreements
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships internally and externally
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing throughout the different organizational levels desired
• Effective presentation skills
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations in the areas of employment and labor law
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions in a manner consistent with essential job functions
• Valid driver’s license required

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for long periods of time, communicate verbally and in writing, and handle long periods of computer screen time. Some work may require protective equipment to be worn (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection) when visiting industrial plant sites.
• Based in Issaquah, WA, this is a full time position that requires 40 working hours a week. A flexible hybrid office schedule will be considered; must be in the Corporate office 2-3 times per week. Additional time will be required during heavy workloads or when traveling.
• Travel 2-3 times to assigned plant locations per month will be required

Fit for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the building as well as plant facilities.

Performance

All employees have the responsibility to both the customer and their co-workers to do the job right the first time, and to ensure the customer’s needs are being met.

NAES SAFE

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

About NAES:

NAES is the largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, operating more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the UK that span all technologies and provide over 49 GW of capacity. With the strength of 4000 people, our growing family of companies now addresses the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Experience

Preferred

• Previous experience supporting or working in an operations/manufacturing environment

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Human Resource Administration or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Driver’s License

Skills

Preferred

• Benefits Administration
• Compensation
• Computer Skills
• Customer Service
• Employee Relations
• Employment Law
• Human Resources
• Motivating Others
• MS Office Suite
• Team Leadership
• Verbal and Written Communications

Behaviors

Preferred

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group